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Camera won’t power up
1. Make sure that you have installed all 8 batteries in the battery
compartment. Bushnell recommends using 8 Energizer®
Lithium AA batteries in this X-8 trail cam.
2. Make sure that the batteries are installed correctly, observing
proper polarity. Always place the negative (at) end of each
battery in contact with the spring tab side of its slot inside the
camera.
Still Photo and/or Video Quality Problems
1. Night photos or videos appear too dark
a. Try using a set of new batteries. The ash will stop operating
near the end of the battery life.
b. You will get the best results when the subject is within the
ideal ash range, no farther than 45’ from the camera. Subjects
may appear too dark at greater distances.
c. Please note that when the still photo mode is set to “3P”, or with
very short Delay time settings, some images may appear darker
than others due to the quick response and rapid retriggering
of the camera, allowing less time for the ash to fully recharge
before ring again.
2. Daytime photos or videos appear too dark
Make sure that the camera is not aimed at the sun or other light
sources during the day, as this may cause the auto exposure to
produce darker results.
3. Night photos or videos appear too bright
You will get the best results when the subject is within the ideal
ash range, no closer than 10’ (3m) from the camera. Subjects
may appear too light at closer distances.
4. Daytime photos or videos appear too bright
Make sure that the camera is not aimed at the sun or other light
sources during the day.
Troubleshooting / FAQ
Do not mix old and new batteries.
Do not mix battery types-use ALL lithium or ALL alkaline.
Rechargeable batteries are not recommended.